The Velvet Note

SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Internationally acclaimed trumpeter Dr. Ken Trimmins brings a rare combination of breathtaking virtuosity, soulful expression, and engaging stage presence to every performance. Equally at home in the worlds of jazz and classical music, Trimmins has performed for audiences around the globe—from major jazz festivals and symphony orchestras to television appearances, including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. He is also a veteran of the United States Air Force Band, where he served as a musical ambassador, bandleader, and featured soloist.
A Doctor of Musical Arts in Trumpet Performance, Dr. Trimmins is an accomplished educator as well as a performer, currently serving as a Professor of Music while continuing an active concert career. His warm, powerful trumpet sound blends technical brilliance with heartfelt lyricism, creating performances that are both exhilarating and deeply moving.
Whether delivering contemporary jazz grooves, timeless standards, or soaring ballads, Dr. Ken Trimmins captivates audiences with musicianship that is both refined and accessible. Experience one of the Southeast’s premier trumpet artists in the intimate listening room of The Velvet Note—where every note can be heard, and every performance becomes unforgettable.Happens on the following Dates: Oct 9, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada) Oct 9, 2026, 9:30pm to 11:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/163560/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: The Ken Trimmins Quartet

Fulton County

Alpharetta-Milton

Georgia

The Ken Trimmins Quartet

SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Internationally acclaimed trumpeter Dr. Ken Trimmins brings a rare combination of breathtaking...

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Josh Couts is a versatile jazz guitarist with a strong foundation in bebop and hard bop as well South American classical guitar. That foundation combined with his unique composition style and ever broadening approach to improvisation makes Josh’s music seem familiar yet new.
Josh’s latest album The General Dance was released in 2025. It features original compositions in varying styles that highlight Josh’s broad musical influences from classic and modern jazz to Brazilian music. The album features a quintet comprised of Gary Wheat, Choko Aiken, Nick Walker, and CJ Brown. Josh’s other releases as a leader include All Things Green (2022) and Time Marching On (2018). The 2022 release All Things Green features bassist Curtis Lundy, pianist Louis Heriveaux, and drummer Terreon Gully.
In addition to a formal education in music, including a Masters degree from Longy School of Music of Bard College, Josh has gained a wealth of knowledge and understanding of performing by being on the bandstand with jazz greats such as Bobby Watson, Curtis Lundy, and Vincent Chancey.
In addition to composing, performing, and recording, he currently teaches guitar and jazz combos at University of Alabama in Huntsville and Alabama School of Fine Arts in Birmingham.
For this show at The Velvet Note, guitarist Josh Couts will be joined by saxophonist Gary Wheat, pianist Louis Heriveaux, bassist Nick Walker, and drummer CJ Brown. The band will be exploring Josh’s original compositions and some hard bop favorites.&nbsp;<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/165048/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: Guitarist Josh Couts

Guitarist Josh Couts

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Josh Couts is a versatile jazz guitarist with a strong foundation in bebop and hard bop as well...

Not everyone goes to church. But almost everyone has been moved by church music.
Whether you’re deeply religious, spiritually curious, or simply love beautiful music, Gospel of Jazz celebrates some of the most inspiring melodies ever written—reimagined by exceptional jazz artists in the intimate setting of The Velvet Note.
Join us on Sunday afternoons for an experience that nourishes the soul, sparks conversation, and reminds us why these timeless songs have touched generations.
Sunday Afternoon at The Velvet Note. More than a concert. A Sunday tradition.
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Local Event: The Gospel of Jazz, Featuring the Band Triage

The Gospel of Jazz, Featuring the Band Triage

Not everyone goes to church. But almost everyone has been moved by church music.
Whether you’re deeply religious, spiritually...

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Two-time GRAMMY-nominated trumpeter, composer, arranger and producer Russell Gunn returns with one of his most ambitious statements yet: Afrikan-Amerikan Book of the Dead: The Book of Going Forth By Any Means Necessary, a provocative seven-song work that draws inspiration from the ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead and reimagines the idea of a spiritual guide through the history, identity, resilience and forward movement of Black Americans. Featuring six original Gunn compositions and a Duke Ellington classic, the project brings together the fearless musical language that has defined Gunn’s career—jazz steeped in the Black musical continuum, alive with gospel, funk, hip-hop, groove and uncompromising improvisation. The album also introduces Blackhawk, Gunn’s hand-selected ensemble whose name pays tribute to Miles Davis’ legendary In Person Friday and Saturday Nights at the Blackhawk, the recording Gunn credits with profoundly shaping his understanding of how jazz should feel. At its heart, however, Afrikan-Amerikan Book of the Dead is not a meditation on death, but an affirmation of life: music concerned with knowing who you are, understanding what came before you and moving forward with purpose, pride and possibility. On October 16 and 17, The Velvet Note Signature Series welcomes Russell Gunn + Blackhawk for an extraordinary album-release weekend, placing this powerful new music exactly where it belongs—in an intimate room, just feet from the audience, alive and unfolding in real time.Happens on the following Dates:
<ul><li>Oct 16, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Oct 16, 2026, 9:30pm to 11:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Oct 17, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Oct 17, 2026, 9:30pm to 11:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li></ul>
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Local Event: Russell Gunn + Blackhawk

Russell Gunn + Blackhawk

SHOWTIMES: 7:30PM AND 9:30PM. Two-time GRAMMY-nominated trumpeter, composer, arranger and producer Russell Gunn returns with...

SHOWTIMES: 6:30pm and 9:30pm. Brothers Noah and Josh Thompson put their guitars together to form Roman Street. Since the college years, this brotherly jam session has developed into a Billboard/iTunes charting band who many have dubbed ‘the next generation’ of Jazz Fusion. Roman Street, named for an old roman street in the Alps where they studied guitar, is an internationally trained instrumental band specializing in improvisational fusion of Classical, Gypsy and Contemporary Jazz, Latin, and Nuevo Flamenco. A departure from the over-produced music that is out there today, they keep it simple—the beautifully organic sound of acoustic instruments played by talented people who love what they are doing.
Happens on the following Dates:
<ul><li>Oct 18, 2026, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Oct 18, 2026, 8:30pm to 10:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li></ul><a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/157926/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Roman Street!

Roman Street!

SHOWTIMES: 6:30pm and 9:30pm. Brothers Noah and Josh Thompson put their guitars together to form Roman Street. Since the...

SHOWTIMES: 6:30pm and 9:30pm. Brothers Noah and Josh Thompson put their guitars together to form Roman Street. Since the college years, this brotherly jam session has developed into a Billboard/iTunes charting band who many have dubbed ‘the next generation’ of Jazz Fusion. Roman Street, named for an old roman street in the Alps where they studied guitar, is an internationally trained instrumental band specializing in improvisational fusion of Classical, Gypsy and Contemporary Jazz, Latin, and Nuevo Flamenco. A departure from the over-produced music that is out there today, they keep it simple—the beautifully organic sound of acoustic instruments played by talented people who love what they are doing.Happens on the following Dates:
<ul><li>Oct 22, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Oct 22, 2026, 9:30pm to 11:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Oct 23, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Oct 23, 2026, 9:30pm to 11:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Oct 24, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Oct 24, 2026, 9:30pm to 11:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li></ul>
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Local Event: The Velvet Note Signature Series: The Oz Noy Trio Starring Dave Weckl and Brian Charette

The Velvet Note Signature Series: The Oz Noy...

The Velvet Note Signature Series: The Oz Noy Trio Starring Dave Weckl and Brian Charette

ONE SHOW ONLY! Akpé Motion is a quartet blending African, Polynesian, American, and global influences into a vibrant, dialogue‑driven musical experience that invites listeners on an inner journey of cultural exchange and connection. This special performance is a global celebration of the birthday and music of the great trumpeter Miles Davis.
Listen To Akpe Motion Here: <a href="https://youtu.be/r2n-RNCADvw?si=5ge0YzSk1IZDA5Bg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/r2n-RNCADvw?si=5ge0YzSk1IZDA5Bg</a><a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/163559/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Akpe Motion Quartet

Akpe Motion Quartet

ONE SHOW ONLY! Akpé Motion is a quartet blending African, Polynesian, American, and global influences into a vibrant,...

Showtimes: 7:30p and 9:30p. Lori Williams doesn’t simply sing a song—she inhabits it. An internationally acclaimed jazz vocalist with more than three decades of performance, recording and music-education experience, Williams brings a rare combination of sophistication, sensuality and emotional truth to the stage. Her voice moves effortlessly from the elegance of traditional jazz to the warmth of soul and contemporary grooves, and her career has taken her from celebrated jazz rooms and festivals across the United States to stages throughout Europe, Japan and the Caribbean. Along the way, she has performed and collaborated with an extraordinary roster of artists including Stanley Clarke, Nathan East, George Duke, Peabo Bryson, Norman Brown and Terri Lyne Carrington.
But Lori Williams’ influence extends well beyond the microphone. A respected educator, mentor, songwriter, producer and advocate for the music, she currently serves as a Governor on the Atlanta Chapter Board of the Recording Academy—the organization behind the GRAMMY Awards. On Friday, October 30th, The Velvet Note welcomes Lori into one of the most intimate listening rooms in America, where every breath, every lyric and every beautifully bent note can be experienced up close. This isn’t background music. This is Lori Williams—close enough to feel every song.
Happens on the following Dates:
<ul><li>Oct 30, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Oct 30, 2026, 9:30pm to 11:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li></ul><a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/162222/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Lori Williams Live!

Lori Williams Live!

Showtimes: 7:30p and 9:30p. Lori Williams doesn’t simply sing a song—she inhabits it. An internationally acclaimed jazz...

Not everyone goes to church. But almost everyone has been moved by church music.
Whether you’re deeply religious, spiritually curious, or simply love beautiful music, Gospel of Jazz celebrates some of the most inspiring melodies ever written—reimagined by exceptional jazz artists in the intimate setting of The Velvet Note.
Join us on Sunday afternoons for an experience that nourishes the soul, sparks conversation, and reminds us why these timeless songs have touched generations.
Sunday Afternoon at The Velvet Note. More than a concert. A Sunday tradition.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/165598/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: The Gospel of Jazz Featuring Band Triage

The Gospel of Jazz Featuring Band Triage

Carrie's Conservatory

Come stroll through downtown Alpharetta sipping on some of the best cocktails at some of the best neighborhood bars &amp; restaurants on November 14th.
𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤: alpharettafallcocktailbarcrawl.eventbrite.com
𝗖𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀 (12𝗽𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲)
* 5 (5oz) cocktail sample tokens
* $5 5oz Cocktails to purchase after your tokens are gone
* Full sized discounted signature fall crawl cocktails at each stop
* 6+ participating bars
* Live entertainment

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 Bar 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 &amp; Drink Specials:
Tear off your cocktail sample tokens for any 5oz sample at any bar
* Coalition Food &amp; Beverage
* Ceviche
* Truck &amp; Tap
* Taffer's Tavern
* Chiringa
* Sunset Alpharetta
* Flatlands Bourbon
* Central City Tavern
* More to come

 𝗙𝗔𝗤 &amp; 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
* Is this a rain or shine event? Yes. All of the bars are within walking distance. There will be no rain refunds. Cocktails are great in the sun, rain, or cold.
* First we'll start with a statement. Parking is limited so we'd strongly advice you use rideshare or be dropped off downtown. You'll be sipping on some amazing cocktails all day long. Please get dropped off or use rideshare. But if you must park see below + additional FAQ.
* How will I know the specials &amp; who is participating?
-For now you can check the about section in the FB event and it will all be listed. We'll also be providing you with a lanyard with the map, participating bars and specials at registration at check in.
* How do you I get my free drink samples?
-Your event lanyard will have 5 tearaway tabs at the bottom. Hand that to the bartender or server for your 5oz sample. The 5oz samples are also available for $5 purchase at each location. See the lanyard for each stop's drink &amp; some food specials.
* Do I have to go to all of the bars?
-You do not have to go to all the bars. Find your favorite and go there. If you think 30 minutes each stop then you might have a chance to hit them all. If one bar is crowded then there are plenty within walking distance to try out and then comeback.
* How do I vote for best drink, bar, and where do I find the photos?
-Please follow Bar Crawl USA on Facebook &amp; IG. We'll post our survey for you to vote. We'll also post the photo &amp; video to our FB &amp; IG pages so if you follow us you'll get notified.
* Is tip included with the free drink token?
-Tip is NOT included. Bring some cash to toss the bartenders for their hard work or be sure to order a full cocktail or food and reward the hardworking staff for their amazing job.
* Where can we park?
Use the parking garages downtown near the bars. (near City Hall).
* This event sold out last year.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/159234/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: 5th Annual Alpharetta Fall Cocktail Crawl

5th Annual Alpharetta Fall Cocktail Crawl

Come stroll through downtown Alpharetta sipping on some of the best cocktails at some of the best neighborhood bars &...

SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Soulful, sophisticated, and deeply expressive, Toni Byrd brings her warm voice and elegant phrasing to The Velvet Note for an evening of music that feels wonderfully personal. A Memphis native based in Atlanta, this accomplished singer, songwriter, and actress draws from jazz, gospel, R&amp;B, and pop, with influences including Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson, and Roberta Flack. Her artistry extends to the screen, where she portrayed Ida Belle in the film Lawless. With heartfelt storytelling and an inviting stage presence, Byrd creates the kind of intimate musical experience that makes The Velvet Note a place where the rest of the world can wait.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/165923/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: Toni Byrd Live in Concert

Toni Byrd Live in Concert

SHOWTIMES: 7:30pm and 9:30pm. Soulful, sophisticated, and deeply expressive, Toni Byrd brings her warm voice and elegant...

Downtown Alpharetta GA

Join Bar Crawl USA for the Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl. Get that Goodwill sweater, find those tacky holiday pants, and get ready to jingle bell ROCK on Dec. 19th! 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸: AlpharettaUglySweater2026.eventbrite.com 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: Groups of 8+, message us for a promo code 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗨𝗴𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹? First you get a ticket. You wear an ugly sweater. Upon arriving to our registration party, you'll get awesome crawl swag (see below). You'll be given an official lanyard to guide you &amp; hundreds of new friends bar to bar (5 bars) with amazing drink deals along the way. We'll have a photographer there capturing all the fun with DJ entertainment to dance off all those drinks. Make it to our official after party and receive our holiday themed giveaway. Will you make it to the after party? *see all that is included &amp; participating bars below* Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl Ticket: 2 Holiday shots Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl Koozie Photobooth at registration 2pm-5pm 5+ participating bars with discounted drinks at each bar with lanyard Several bars with live music or DJ entertainment along the way Holiday Lanyard with map Holiday Live Stream Trivia with Prizes Complete the crawl and receive our Bar Crawl USA holiday gift at the after party Bar Partners &amp; Drink Specials with your lanyard: Carries Conservatory (Hamilton Hotel Courtyard) Miracle Bar on Main Fogon &amp; Lions Flatlands Bourbon Coalition Ceviche Academy Bar Schuckin Shack Currahee Brewing Taffers Tavern Chiringa Truck &amp; Tap More to come 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹 𝗨𝗦𝗔: We’ve been doing events (bar crawls &amp; festivals) since 2015 in over 20 cities. What separates us from the other crawl companies is you actually get stuff with your ticket. Swag, lanyard, map, koozie, drink specials, DJ entertainment, after party, and much more. We are the only company with reviews on Google &amp; Facebook. We aren't afraid to hide that we deliver the best crawl experience. Check our Facebook &amp; Google reviews for confirmation on just how much value and fun we bring.

Local Event: Alpharetta Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl: 4th Annual

Alpharetta Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl: 4th Annual

Join Bar Crawl USA for the Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl. Get that Goodwill sweater, find those tacky holiday pants, and get ready to...

Andy Prystai

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Fulton

Milton

Roswell

Johns Creek

Mountain Park

Cherokee County

Cherokee

Hickory Flat

Holly Springs-Hickory Flat

Gwinnett County

Peachtree Corners

Patch AM Team

Berkeley Lake

DeKalb County

Dunwoody

Woodstock-Towne Lake

St James Alpharetta

Join Us,&nbsp;October 10, 2026,&nbsp;for a Day of&nbsp;Renewal, Growth, and Connection!
We are counting down the days to our Relationship Conference, REVIVE: Relationships God's Way!&nbsp; Whether you are&nbsp;single, married, dating, or navigating a complex season of life, this&nbsp;day is designed to pour into your&nbsp;heart, strengthen your bonds, and equip you with&nbsp;practical tools rooted in faith.&nbsp; In the morning experience Biblical teaching related to heathy relationships; and then in the afternoon, receive guidance from experts who will help us explore what renewal, growth, and joy look like in our relationships. Event Date: October 10, 2026 Check-in: 8:00 AM Opening Session: 9:00 AM 
Event Address:&nbsp;<a href="https://stjamescca.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">St. James Community Church,</a>&nbsp;3000 Webb Bridge Road Alpharetta, GA 30009
Continental Breakfast Provided; Catered&nbsp;Artisan Lunch Boxes Served. A.M.&nbsp;Session| P.M. Session |&nbsp;Panel Discussion

Local Event:  REVIVE: Relationships God's Way

 REVIVE: Relationships God's Way

Join Us, October 10, 2026, for a Day of Renewal, Growth, and Connection!
We are counting down the days to our Relationship...

Birmingham United Methodist Church

Celebrate the opening concert of Music Milton’s Season Two with the sounds of genius composer Mozart in a beautiful, intimate venue.&nbsp;
Come hear the finest of professional performers in an intimate setting in Milton, Georgia. Mozart's dramatic G Minor Piano Quartet, a String Quartet and the Clarinet Quintet, one of the Crown Jewels of the Chamber Music repertoire, will demonstrate the wide range of his genius.
WORLD-CLASS MUSICIANS:
Laura Ardan, retired Principal Clarinetist of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra returns back to Atlanta to join&nbsp;the international award-winning Vega Quartet along with Music Milton’s Artistic Director, pianist William Ransom.
Tickets are $40 (Student tickets are $10). Intermission includes drinks, treats and a chance to meet and talk with the performers. Visit: <a href="https://www.musicmilton.org/mozart-in-milton" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.musicmilton.org/mozart-in-milton</a>
BIOS:
Laura Ardan: One of the United States’ most respected clarinetists, Laura Ardan recently retired from the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra after serving as principal clarinet for 39 years, holding the endowed Robert Shaw Chair. In 2018 Ardan was awarded the Mabel Dorn Reeder Honorary Chair by the ASO. She has been a featured soloist in works by Mozart, Weber, Debussy, Copland, Bernstein, Finzi, Rossini, Shaw, and Michael Gandolfi.
Always an active chamber musician, Ms. Ardan has played and recorded regularly with the Emory Chamber Music Society of Atlanta, the Atlanta Chamber Players and the Georgian Chamber Players. She has performed with the Cleveland and Vega Quartets. While a student at The Juilliard School, Ardan performed frequently with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, was the resident clarinetist and teaching artist at the Lincoln Center Institute for four years and was a guest artist in “Emanuel Ax Invites...” on the Great Performers series at Lincoln Center.
Busy summer schedules have included performances at Tanglewood, Marlboro, Mostly Mozart, Grand Teton, Santa Fe Chamber, Highlands-Cashiers, Hamptons, Amelia Island, and Bellingham Festivals, and the Aspen Music Festival and School.
The Vega String Quartet, Quartet-in-Residence at Emory University, is cultivating a new generation of chamber music lovers through dynamic performances and innovative community engagement. The New York Times raved that "[the Quartet’s] playing had a kind of clean intoxication to it, pulling the listener along…the musicians took real risks in their music making" and the L.A. Times praised their “triumphant L.A. debut.”&nbsp;Winners of four of the top six prizes at the Bordeaux String Quartet Competition, including the International Critics Prize, the Vega Quartet tours extensively throughout Europe, Asia and North America.
Their live broadcast credits include NPR’s Performance Today, WABE’s City Lights, as well as Radio France, National Radio of China and the National Radio of the Czech Republic. The Vega Quartet has appeared at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, Royal Academy of Music in London, Musée d’Orsay in Paris, Vienna’s Musikverein and Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, among others. The Vega Quartet performs frequently at numerous music festivals, including Amelia Island, Highlands-Cashiers, Juneau Jazz &amp; Classics, Sitka Summer Music, Brevard and Kneisel Hall.&nbsp;
Pianist, Artistic Director, master teacher, editor, and judge for international competitions, William Ransom has appeared around the world as soloist with orchestras, recitalist, and chamber musician. He regularly collaborates with leading musicians including Yo-Yo Ma, Richard Stoltzman, David Shifrin, William Preucil, Stephen Isserlis, Cho-Liang Lin, and members of the Emerson, Tokyo, Cleveland, Juilliard, American, St. Petersburg, Borromeo, Parker, Ariel, Lark, Dover, Vega, Dali, and Attacca String Quartets.
Ransom is the Mary Emerson Professor of Music at Emory University where he is founder and Artistic Director of the Emory Chamber Music Society of Atlanta. A graduate of The Juilliard School, in the summers, Ransom is Artistic Director of the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival and for a decade was an artist-faculty member at the Kamisaibara Pianists Camp in Japan. In 2016 he was named Artistic Director of the Juneau Jazz and Classics Festival and also one of Musical America Worldwide's “30 Musical Innovators.” In 2022 he was appointed Artistic Director of the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival, and in 2024 Chamber Music America awarded him the “Community Impact/Presenter of the Year” prize.

Local Event: Join "Mozart in Milton": Laura Ardan (Ret. ASO clarinetist), Vega Quartet, William Ransom (piano) 

Join "Mozart in Milton": Laura Ardan (Ret. ASO...

Celebrate the opening concert of Music Milton’s Season Two with the sounds of genius composer Mozart in a beautiful, intimate...

Join "Mozart in Milton": Laura Ardan (Ret. ASO clarinetist), Vega Quartet, William Ransom (piano) 

Oak Street Bottle Shop

NOTICE:&nbsp;COOKOFF IS RESCHEDULED FOR SAT NOV 7, 2026! Taste and Vote for the Best Chili! TWO&nbsp;Raffle opportunities to Win! 50/50 Raffle and Gift cards! Please join in supporting Historic Roswell Kiwanis Club projects targeted to children and community betterment. $10 or $25 for family. Fun, music, and food!&nbsp;(chili) Please join us!

Local Event: 3rd Annual Chili Cookoff - Historic Roswell Kiwanis Club

3rd Annual Chili Cookoff - Historic Roswell...


NOTICE: COOKOFF IS RESCHEDULED FOR SAT NOV 7, 2026! Taste and Vote for the Best Chili! TWO Raffle opportunities to Win! 50/50...

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The Velvet Note Signature Series: The Oz Noy Trio Starring Dave Weckl and Brian Charette

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Akpe Motion Quartet

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Lori Williams Live!

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7:30 PM

The Velvet Note, 4075 Old Milton Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA

The Gospel of Jazz Featuring Band Triage

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5th Annual Alpharetta Fall Cocktail Crawl

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Carrie's Conservatory, 35 Milton Ave, Alpharetta, GA

Toni Byrd Live in Concert

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28

7:30 PM

The Velvet Note, 4075 Old Milton Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA

Alpharetta Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl: 4th Annual

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19

2:00 PM

Downtown Alpharetta GA, 1 S Main St, Alpharetta, GA

REVIVE: Relationships God's Way

Join "Mozart in Milton": Laura Ardan (Ret. ASO clarinetist), Vega Quartet, William Ransom (piano)

3rd Annual Chili Cookoff - Historic Roswell Kiwanis Club